Complete Hemp Course – Basic, Intermediate, and Professional Courses

The route is divided into3 progressive levels, each with its own content, objectives, and duration. You can attend the sessions on consecutive days or spread them out over time, agreeing on a schedule with the CanaPuglia team.

The teacher isFrancesco Didonna, founder of Figli dei Fiori Canapa & Co., a senior agribusiness consultant with direct experience in Italy, Europe, the United States, and Thailand. He has been working professionally in the sector since 2018, with certified specializations (Buchi – Rotovapor, Forza Vitale) in environmental control, post-harvest, and processing. The course is conducted in collaboration withCanaPuglia, a leading company in Italian industrial hemp since 2011.

What the Complete Course includes:

• Basic Course — Plant Physiology of Hemp(1 hour)
  Botany, varietal families, substrates, fundamental parameters, basic nutrition, introduction to genetics and Law 242/2016.
  →Discover the complete program of the Basic Course
  
• Intermediate Course — Specialization in Horticulture(2 hours)
  Lighting and PPFD, propagation techniques, EC, automation, soil management, pruning and LST, landrace varieties.
  →Discover the complete program of the Intermediate Course
  
• Professional Course — Agroindustrial Management(3 hours)
  International markets, regulatory comparisons, phytocannabinoids, industrial processing, advanced genetics, and consumer trends.
  →Discover the complete program of the Professional Course

The Complete Course isn't simply the sum of three courses. It's designed to function as a single, progressive training system, where each level builds on the foundations of the previous one.

CanaPuglia and Francesco Didonna of Figli dei Fiori bring to the classroom over 10 years of operational experience across the entire hemp supply chain—from certified seeds to biomaterials, from cultivation to the international market. A comprehensive, up-to-date, and concrete vision, rarely found elsewhere in Italy in such an accessible format.

FAQ

Can I spread out sessions over time?
Yes. The 6 hours can be split into separate sessions, to be agreed upon with the CanaPuglia team based on your availability.

Can I purchase the Complete Course even if I have already taken the Basic Course?
Contact us at formazione@canapuglia.it before purchasing: we'll work together to find the best solution for you.

Are savings guaranteed compared to purchasing separately?
Yes. Buying the 3 courses separately would cost €300 (€50 + €100 + €150). The Complete Course costs €250, saving you €50.

Do I receive a single certificate or one for each level?
You receive a certificate of participation for each level completed — so 3 certificates total.

Is the tasting also included for those who follow online?
Tasting of hemp-based products is available to those attending in person.

Can I take the course online?
Yes. The course is available in person at the CanaPuglia headquarters in Monopoli (BA) or online via Zoom, Skype, Teams, or Meet.

Want to build a comprehensive program? Discover CanaPuglia's other courses:

• Basic Course – Hemp Physiology— for those who want to start from the foundations - €50 · 1 hour
  
• Intermediate Course – Floriculture Specialization— Advanced optimization and control - €100 · 2 hours
  
• Professional Course – Agroindustrial Management— €150 · 3 hours
  

Looking for customized support for your project? Discover theHemp Technical Consulting – Private and Personalizedwith Claudio Natile — €85/hour, online or in person.

Training conducted in compliance with Law 242/2016 on industrial hemp cultivation in Italy. Content refers exclusively to permitted varieties and legally permitted uses.

For information or to schedule a consultation before purchasing, please contact formazione@canapuglia.it

The Complete Course is ideal for:

• Who wants a complete trainingwithout having to evaluate course by course
• Entrepreneurs and professionalswho want to enter the hemp sector with 360° preparation
• Industry operators(farmers, grow shops, processors) who want to fill gaps and broaden the vision
• Those who have already completed the Basic or Intermediate Courseand wants to complete the course at a discounted price
• Whoeverwant to seriously invest in their hemp education

• Save €50 compared to purchasing the 3 levels separately
  
• Follow a progressive and coherent path, without gaps between one level and another
  
• Get3 certificates of participation, one for each level completed
  
• Go from plant physiology to industrial vision in a single structured path
  
• Flexibility in distributing sessions: in person or online, at your preferred times
  
• Tasting of hemp-based products included (on site)